Not at all. I know good parts would come my way. Over the years, I have worked with some of the finest directors in India including Gulzar, Mani Ratnam, Priyadarshan and Vishal Bharadwaj and I am not afraid of taking up any role. I have never worried over a substantial part in all of the 18 years I have been in the movies. That is why I could take off nearly two years from films recently and not worry if I would be welcomed back.

What did you do during that time?

(Chuckles) Nothing. I mean, I did not conquer anything. I took some Spanish classes. I read quite a bit. But it wasn't anything like living a totally secluded life. I heard the scripts, read a few, and kept in touch with producers, directors and journalists.

What was your biggest worry when you started working in films?

I was worried about my looks. I am not a typical Bollywood actress. I was worried about my height and how it would be projected on the screen. It took me quite some time to work on such issues. Remember I was not at all keen on an acting career.

What made you get into the movies?

I was bullied and lied to (laughs). And I was naive enough to believe that I could do a lead role in a film and then go back to my studies at St Xavier's (in Mumbai).

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